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Ah, home-grown tomatoes. They are one of the most anticipated joys of summer and nothing tastes quite like them! Growing tomatoes can be a little tricky but, easy once all of their requirement are met.

Annuals bring non-stop color to the garden. While there may not be as many options for shade as in sun, shade annuals are a great way to brighten up dark spaces. Read on to learn about some of the best plants for shade.

Do you love succulents but struggle to keep them alive? Are you unsure if you are over-watering or under-watering? Here are some of the common symptoms that may get you wondering if something is wrong, and what to do about it.

Fungal diseases are quite common on Hydrangeas, but are rarely severe enough to kill the plant. All the fungal diseases listed below can be controlled and prevented through certain measures. Avoid watering overhead as wet leaves create the perfect environment for many fungal diseases.

Chemical pesticides don’t only wipe out the bad bugs, they kill the beneficial insects as well. This is bad news for the long-term maintenance of your garden as there won’t be a population of natural predators to feed on these pests. Pesticides may be effective at wiping out the first wave of pests, but leave you open to later damage without repeated spraying.

Winter is a great time for watching your birds. The bare trees and shrubs let you observe many birds that are hidden in lush summer foliage. But it is also a hard time for birds with a much diminished food supply. It is important to keep your bird feeders well stocked with high energy food sources.

Woodpecker is a term for a wide variety of birds that exist almost worldwide. Woodpeckers here are mostly non-migratory and omnivorous eating bugs, nuts and fruits. They are handsome birds and entertaining to watch. Most varieties prefer taking up refuge in hardwood trees and therefor prefer mature forests.

The ruby-throated hummingbird is the only hummingbird that nests in the eastern United States and is the most commonly seen hummingbird here in North Carolina. These tiny and beautiful birds are abundant in a range of habitats across the region.

Do you have favorite birds you’d like to attract to your yard, or are you looking for more diversity at your bird feeders? Read this guide to learn about local birds’ favorite treats and garden plants!

Growing plants from seed is advantageous for many reasons! It allows you to get a head start indoors before transplanting outside. It is also more economical, giving you the best bang for your buck, and can encourage you to sow heirloom and harder to find varieties of your favorite plants!

If you don’t have the time or space for an in ground garden pond, or simply want an interesting container for the patio, try a potted water garden! Potted water gardens are a great way to add another element to your outdoor decor and to enjoy a greater variety of plants on your deck, patio or in your garden.